2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |